Lead exposure from mid-20th century gasoline linked to millions of mental health cases, study finds.

A new study links lead exposure from leaded gasoline in the 20th century to mental health issues in Americans. Researchers from Duke and Florida State Universities estimate that over 150 million cases of depression, anxiety, and ADHD can be attributed to lead exposure, especially affecting those born in the 1960s and 1970s. The study highlights the ongoing need to eliminate lead hazards, as over 170 million Americans had concerning blood-lead levels as of 2015.

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